Inter-Party Conflict
271 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWelcome to Inter-Party Conflict, the podcast where we answer your questions so you can have the best tabletop gaming experience possible!
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Episode 66 - Deities & Duckfeed
May 01, 2018 18:02 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBThis week, we have a very special guest- Gary Butterfield, from the Duckfeed.tv podcast network! We talk about making travel interesting, summoning a god, and valuing people's time. And we have a great time doing it! Question(s) discussed: 1. How can I make travel more interesting? 2. My players want to perform a ritual to summon an avatar of their deity. What components (arcane reagents, incantations, blood sacrifices, etc.) should this ritual require? 3. Should I feel bad for having to c...
Episode 65 - Never Define A Dungeon Master
April 24, 2018 17:17 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBNow that we've got power, we're back to our normal episode format! This week, we talk about the role of a GM, and how it can (or can't) be defined. Also, some advice for running a murder mystery! Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. In your opinion, what is the GM's job and why? 2. What, in your opinion, is the single most important quality for a GM? 3. Do you have any advice on how to plan a murder mystery adventure? Also, should I let the players know if they arrest or kill...
Bonus Episode 04 - Battery Powered
April 17, 2018 17:28 - 52 minutes - 60.2 MBGabe's power has been out, so instead of a normal episode we're talking about a race so many people seem to hate or love: Warforged! No questions this week! Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord
Episode 64 - Atypical Dungeons & Dragons
April 10, 2018 17:48 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBHappy Mid-April, listeners! This week we discuss a serious topic: Playing differently-gendered characters in a roleplaying game (among other things). Give us a listen, and let us know your thoughts at [email protected]! Question(s) discussed: 1. How to role play a female character? 2. How can a DM modify an older module to 5th edition? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Fac...
Episode 63 - Scratch, Spectacle, and Sandwiches
April 03, 2018 17:24 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBHello there, everyone! In this episode, we talk about some great topics: Whether or not to make things from scratch, unrealistic expectations, and a popular internet argument that your two hosts may not agree on! Come along for the ride- it's a spicy one. Question(s) discussed: 1. Where does one draw the line when deciding whether making something from scratch is worth the extra time and difficulty compared to buying it ready-made? 2. With things like competitive barbecue, food porn, and so...
Episode 62 - Should I Stay Or Should I Go Now
March 27, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBWelcome back, listeners! In this episode, we talk about how to get your players to go through the right door, how to know if you should leave your gaming group, and we spend some time with the strangest magic item in the Dungeon Master's Guide. Question(s) discussed: 1. How can I convince players to go where I need them to? 2. How do I know if my D&D group is worth sticking with? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twi...
Episode 61 - Even Difficulty
March 20, 2018 18:47 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBIn this week's episode, we talk about difficulty in your games- how to survive a difficult game, and how to get your DM to increase the difficulty of an easy game. Got any suggestions? Let us know! Question(s) discussed: 1. How can I ask my DM to make our game more dangerous without putting the target on my own back? 2. How do I survive a harsh campaign without running from the fun? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www....
Episode 60 - Understanding NPCs
March 13, 2018 18:05 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBIt's that time again, everyone! This week we talk about creating NPCs, creating new abilities, and most of all, understanding. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. How much do you reference the books when building NPCs? 2. There's a player in my group that wants to create a lot of his own abilities. I think it might be getting out of hand. When comes the point that you say "enough is enough" and tell him to stick to the books? Contact us: [email protected] Visit ou...
Episode 59 - Gaming Without Conflict
March 06, 2018 18:34 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBThis week, we talk about the nature of conflict in a roleplaying game, as well as what makes a game or story compelling. Could you enjoy a game without conflict? Question(s) discussed: 1. What are the best alternatives to hit points? 2. Could you enjoy a game with no conflict? 3. What makes a compelling story for D&D or any tabletop roleplaying game? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or o...
Episode 58 - Into the Past and Future
February 27, 2018 18:19 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBIn this episode, we look back at older editions of D&D, and we theorize what the future has in store. Question(s) discussed: 1. When there are no defined rules for a situation the 5e rulebook, is it ok to insert 3.5 rules if they make sense in the context? 2. How does Surprise work in 5th Edition? How is this different from how it worked in 4th Edition? 3. What do you think of the spells Counterspell and Banishment in 5e? 4. What kind of changes would you think we would see in a 6th editi...
Episode 57 - Yelling About Alignment
February 20, 2018 17:45 - 55 minutes - 63 MBIn episode 57, we talk about one broad topic: Alignment. What's good? What's evil? Who decides what's good and evil? Listen and find out! Question(s) discussed: 1. Is necromancy evil? 2. Is mercy killing something a good character would do? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord
Episode 56 - Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
February 13, 2018 18:21 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIt's episode 56 of Inter-Party Conflict! We talk about what to do when someone can't make it to the game, how to make sure YOU can make it to the game, and what to do when one player is treated as the favorite person at the game. Question(s) discussed: 1. I have a player who is incredibly busy all the time. Is it wrong to just play without him? 2. How can a GM keep up their health? Have you ever run a game when you were sick or exhausted? 3. How to deal with a DM who plays favorites? Cont...
Episode 55 - Keeping Your Cool
February 06, 2018 18:37 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIt's episode 55 of Inter-Party Conflict! We talk about when and why you should stick to the rules, or toss the rules out and go with the Rule of Cool. Let us know if you agree! (Note: There was an error with the tracks lining up when this episode first went up. It should be corrected now. Sorry!) Question(s) discussed: 1. Where should I draw the line between Rule of Cool and Rules As Written? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twi...
Episode 54 - On the Lookout
January 30, 2018 18:26 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBWelcome to episode 54! Come listen to us talk about setting up ambushes, joining a party late in the campaign, and those times when you explode into a pile of bugs. Or a barrel of guts. Question(s) discussed: 1. Do you have advice on how players can set up ambushes? 2. Do you ever find it hard to catch a player up that joins late into a campaign? Also any suggestions on merging the new character into the party? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict...
Episode 53 - Splatbooks & Power Creep
January 23, 2018 18:42 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBIt's episode 53! This week we talk adding new sourcebooks to your campaign- the benefits, the drawbacks, and some of our favorite ones. Also, maybe a tiny Gabe Rant in there too. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. Non-core books. Which ones do you use? Which do you hate? How much does it change the game as more books keep coming out? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Faceboo...
Episode 52 - Introducing D&D
January 16, 2018 18:30 - 59 minutes - 68.2 MBIn this episode, we talk about the history of Dungeons & Dragons (and why it's as popular as it is) as well as the "Nerdy" stereotype that comes with it. Question(s) discussed: 1. With the huge amount of systems, settings, and styles of Tabletop RPGs out there right now, why is D&D still the most known, go-to system? Does it come down to marketing dollars? Or is D&D just THAT good? 2. How do you feel about the "nerdy" stereotype that D&D brings with it? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail...
Episode 51 - Some Kind of Magical
January 09, 2018 18:29 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBWelcome back, everyone! This new year is going to be a productive one, and we start off with an episode all about running a high- and low-magic campaign. We also just launched our Patreon, so check it out at Patreon.com/interpartyconflict and see if the rewards catch your fancy! Question(s) discussed: 1. When creating a high-magic campaign setting, how do I make the player characters feel more "magical" without unbalancing the game? 2. Do you think 5E lends itself to a no (or very low) magi...
Episode 50 - New Year's Podcast
January 02, 2018 18:23 - 1 hour - 99 MBWe did it! We made it an entire year- and you've (hopefully) been with us the whole time! Join us this week as we invite back Justin from Crit Academy to talk about some of our favorites (and not so favorites) from the past year. Question(s) discussed: 1. What's your favorite magic item? 2. What is your favorite class to play, and why? 3. Aside from D&D, what tabletop roleplaying games have you played? 4. What gaming podcasts, if any, do you listen to? 5. What do you consider the best al...
Episode 49 - A Galaxy Far, Far Away
December 26, 2017 18:18 - 59 minutes - 68.5 MBMerry Christmas, everyone! This episode is all about Star Wars, and the various RPGs it has spawned. But don't worry- there's NO SPOILERS for The Last Jedi! So come along and find out what RPGs were like a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Question(s) discussed: 1. What are the pros and cons of the various Star Wars systems? (WEG, d20, FFG) Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Fac...
Episode 48 - Hyping Up the Battle
December 19, 2017 17:55 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBIn this episode, we talk about getting the most out of your battles, and making your last one memorable. Check it out! Question(s) discussed: 1. My battle fields are either very boring or too big. Can you recommend ways to or rules of thumb on making my combat encounter maps better? How many squares, terrain, distance, hazards, etc. make for good encounters? 2. What are some tips for running/making the final boss for a campaign? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www...
Episode 47 - Remember, Kill Your NPCs
December 12, 2017 18:33 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBThis week, we have another guest- Damian from Adventures in Erylia! We discuss what makes an NPC a DMPC, some of our favorite house rules, and a whole lot more. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. When does an NPC become a DMPC? And how hard should you work to stop an NPC from being integrated into the party? 2. What is your favourite campaign or table specific house rule? It doesn't have to be one that you always bring to the table, but perhaps one that really worked themati...
Episode 46 - Everyone Starts Somewhere
December 05, 2017 19:30 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBIn this episode, we talk about setting up your play space- battlemats, projectors, theater of the mind, etc.- plus what to consider before running a game. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. What is a good way to have your table set up play environment-wise? Whiteboards, gridded battlemats, dungeon tiles, constructed miniscapes- all seem to have their advantages and disadvantages. Which do you guys prefer? 2. What factors should be considered when thinking about becoming a DM...
Bonus Episode 03 - Visiting Friends
November 28, 2017 17:52 - 27 minutes - 32 MBSome friends (and fans of the show) were visiting from out of town, so I sat them down in front of a mic and talked to them about some of their gaming experiences. Come along for the ride! No questions this week! Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord
Bonus Episode 02 - Jabe and Geff's Rants & Rambles
November 28, 2017 17:47 - 1 hour - 79 MBWe decided to break from format a bit this week, and instead of answering questions we just spent the time hanging out and talking. And of course it turned into another one of Gabe's rants- this time, it's all about the "legendary" monster, the Tarrasque. No questions this week! Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http...
Episode 45 - Possible Overload
November 21, 2017 19:57 - 56 minutes - 64.4 MBIn this episode, we talk about how much combat is too much, whether or not to sit your players down for a chat, and how it feels to lose a connection to the magic of the universe. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. How much combat is too much? 2. As the DM, is it a good idea to sit the players down and have a discussion of the campaign so far? 3. If a spellcaster enters an anti-magic area, is there any indication of that fact or is it only when they try to cast magic do the...
Episode 44 - United Front
November 14, 2017 20:05 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBThis week we bring you a very special guest, and we discuss narrative-focused games, city building, and how long you should stick with a group you aren't enjoying. Come on over! Question(s) discussed: 1. What is your take on Narrative focused games (FATE, Cortex) vs Genre Simulation (5E, Runequest, Eclipse Phase), vs hybrid models (13th Age, Dungeon World). 2. What sort of exercises or methods do you use for city building? 3. How long should you stick with a group before accepting that you...
Episode 43 - Sleeping Criticals
November 07, 2017 19:03 - 1 hour - 70 MBIn this episode, we discuss critical hits of all kinds, and how long elves need to rest. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you handle critical rolls? What are some other good ideas? 2. Does the elven racial Trance ability allow them to get the benefits of an eight-hour Long Rest in only four hours? Why or why not? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: ww...
Episode 42 - Screams & Scares
October 31, 2017 18:39 - 1 hour - 101 MBWelcome to the scariest episode of Inter-Party Conflict! This episode is about one thing and one thing only- how to run a scary game. So come along with us, and don't mind the screams- you get used to them eventually. Question(s) discussed: 1. What do you think about a Horror themed campaign? And do you have any tips for running one? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.fac...
Episode 41 - Inter-Podcast Conflict
October 24, 2017 17:23 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBIn this episode, we have to very special guests- Grant and Chris from the Hearty Dice Friends! The four of us discuss playing at conventions, improvisation, genres/settings that have never been done, and making demon possession fun (plus a little bit of flirting with a dragon). This episode was a ton of fun to make, and I hope you have fun listening! Question(s) discussed: 1. Have you ever played a table top rpg at a convention? If so what was your experience? 2. Improvisation- how should I...
Episode 40 - On Game Design
October 17, 2017 17:16 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBToday we've got another interview episode- this time with Tom Russell, board game designer at Hollandspiele.com! And if you listen to this episode, we've got a link to an online survey about our podcast- take it, and you'll get two of Tom's games just to say thanks! No questions this episode! Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our...
Episode 39 - Serious or Not
October 10, 2017 17:51 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBIn this episode of Inter-Party Conflict, we talk about making curses that really matter, and how much goofing is acceptable. Also, Ball of Arms Man. Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you make diseases and curses interesting in your games? How do you balance making the party fear the effects of a curse or disease without making the effects too debilitating? 2. Which tone do you prefer in campaigns, a more serious tone or a light hearted one? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our...
Episode 38 - Daelkyr & Dragonzords
October 03, 2017 17:40 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBIn this episode, we talk about how to end a long campaign properly, spells with indistinct effects, and a whole mess of off-topic movie references. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. How should I go about ending a long campaign? 2. What is the area of effect for spells like Heat Metal? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join...
Episode 37 - Never Rush Into War
September 26, 2017 18:01 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBIn this episode, we talk about madness tables, mass combat, and how to run a chase scene. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. What's your opinion on and how would you handle having a war going on in your campaign? 2. How do you go about dealing with chases in your campaign? Do you use the rules on page 252 of the 5e DMG, or do you homebrew it, improv it, or maybe even use a skill challenge? Maybe you use a little bit of each? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blo...
Episode 36 - Agency of Players
September 19, 2017 18:06 - 1 hour - 74 MBWelcome back, listeners! This episode is about unwinnable battles, DM screens, and whether or not you should roll for stats. Question(s) discussed: 1. What are some tips on running a battle the players are meant to lose or cannot win for story purposes? 2. DM screens. What's your opinion on them? Also, when should the DM roll out in the open and when/how should you keep certain rolls secret? 3. Rolling Stats vs. Point Buy. Or, how do you make the most of playing a low-stat character, espec...
Episode 35 - Establishing a Pantheon
September 12, 2017 16:15 - 49 minutes - 56.7 MBCheck out episode 35 of Inter-Party Conflict! Only one question this week- all about deities and pantheons. Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you go about creating a pantheon? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord
Live Episode 01 - Anatomy of a Podcast
September 07, 2017 18:20 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBIt's a bonus live episode of Inter-Party Conflict! Rather than stick to our usual topic, however, for this episode we took questions about how to make and release a podcast. It was recorded on August 21st, 2017 at the Garden City Library in Garden City Michigan. Enjoy! Question(s) discussed: 1. Do podcasts have to be about games? 2. What is a podcast, and where do you access them? 3. Where did you get your microphones? 4. I've got my audio recorded and I'm staring at it in the editor. Wha...
Episode 34 - Mic Money, Mic Problems
September 05, 2017 18:06 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBWelcome to Inter-Party Conflict, the podcast where we answer your questions so you can have the best tabletop gaming experience possible! Question(s) discussed: 1. Called shots in 5e, should I include them, and, if so, how should they work? 2. Why do you think so many gaming groups have issues with showing up on time? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Inter...
Episode 33 - O Brother, Where Art Thou
August 29, 2017 19:09 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBCome listen to Gabe interview indie game designer Tim Kleinert, creator of The Mountain Witch! No questions this week! Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord
Episode 32 - Staying On Topic
August 22, 2017 18:14 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBWelcome to Inter-Party Conflict, where the rules are made up and the points don't matter! Question(s) discussed: 1. Which do you prefer and/or think is better, a more grounded campaign that mostly sticks to one location like a city or a campaign where the party is traveling to different places a lot? 2. Awarding inspiration- when should I do that? Help me inspire others! Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/...
Episode 31 - Extracurricular Creation
August 15, 2017 16:47 - 56 minutes - 64.2 MBWhere do you get inspiration from? Question(s) discussed: 1. How/where do you find inspiration for creating content? How should I borrow from other sources without being accused of simply stealing stuff? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord
Episode 30 - Wealth of Fellowship
August 08, 2017 17:27 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBIt's episode 30 of Inter-Party Conflict- and this time with a very special guest, Justin from Crit Academy! Question(s) discussed: 1. What do you think of just playing with a group of strangers on something like Roll20? 2. What are some good ways of turning a massive amount of wealth a character acquired into worth while plot hooks? In other words, how can they use that money to drive the story? 3. How do you integrate your characters back stories and personal goals into pre-written materi...
Episode 29 - Abilities Galore
August 01, 2017 16:45 - 53 minutes - 61 MBIn this episode, we talk about exorcisms, hammers, and how to build interesting encounters. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. Have you used any rituals or exorcism style encounters and have any tips or know of any good resources for ideas on how to design them? 2. How can a DM effectively deal with monsters with multiple abilities/skills? 3. What are some general tips for running a combat encounter to make the best and most interesting use of a monster's abilities? 4. What is t...
Episode 28 - Saved by an Orc
July 25, 2017 18:09 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBCome listen to episode 28 of Inter-Party Conflict! We're chock full of good ideas. What is a "chock", anyway? Question(s) discussed: 1. What are some ways to show players that alignment is not a concrete thing and to stop hastily making assumptions when they see a monster? 2. What are some tools or resources you use to help run a game? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www....
Episode 27 - Inter-Party Responsibility
July 18, 2017 18:42 - 59 minutes - 68.2 MBCome check out the newest episode of Inter-Party Conflict! We discuss responsibility and tact, like good upstanding murderhobos. Question(s) discussed: 1. As the DM is it my responsibility to make sure characters are playing to the best of their ability or should I let the other party members sort that out? Should I run combat encounters in a more forgiving manner or play on the side of realism? 2. As a player, how do you discourage another player from hogging the spotlight constantly but d...
Episode 26 - Early Development
July 11, 2017 18:52 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIt's episode 26, and we're talking about initiative, character depth, planning campaigns, and more. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. What is the best way to go about finding or starting a game? 2. Are there any methods you can recommend to make rolling for initiative simpler? Also have you ever had a DM or been a DM who keeps forgetting a player's turn frequently and is there a trick to correcting this habit? 3. As a DM, how does one break out of the habit of just using the sam...
Episode 25 - How to Fudge Dice and Influence People
July 04, 2017 17:52 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBCome listen to episode 25 of Inter-Party Conflict! And while you're at it, wish my dog a happy birthday. Question(s) discussed: 1. Should the DM fudge dice rolls, and if so, when is it appropriate? 2. How do you address a DM who you feel has ruined an encounter by not so discreetly fudging rolls? 3. Are there any elements of D&D that you don't think fit into the setting? 4. What are your thoughts on the DM tracking [player] hit points and not relaying numbers to the players, but instead r...
Episode 24 - Spelling Defeat
June 27, 2017 18:12 - 1 hour - 79 MBIt's another episode of Inter-Party Conflict! We talk about three things in this episode: Feats, Illusions, and meeting an untimely death. Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you feel about how 5e handles feats? I haven't had a chance to read through all the options available. Do you think their benefits outweigh that of ability score improvements? 2. Illusions - how do they work, and when are they useful? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Fin...
Episode 23 - Zero Balance
June 20, 2017 18:21 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBIt's episode 23 of Inter-Party Conflict! We're talking party composition, frogs, and sweet, sweet moolah. Come on down! Question(s) discussed: 1. Is there an ideal balance for party composition in 5th edition? 2. How do I figure out what sort of character works for me? 3. What is your opinion on DMs who request payment for their services? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: ...
Episode 22 - Understanding Evil
June 13, 2017 18:40 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBWho knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The podcast knows. Question(s) discussed: 1. When do you give a character a bonus for a cool idea or action that is not covered in the book? 2. How do I deal with players who appear to only want to win? 3. What is your opinion on Evil campaigns? Contact us: [email protected] Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join o...
Episode 21 - Cold Open
June 06, 2017 18:54 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBOur podcast is 21 episodes old, so it's time to open up a cold one and roll some dice in a dark alley somewhere! Question(s) discussed: 1. When you plan a session, what are the things you always make sure to prepare, and what things do you plan on improvising? Do you have a "golden list of things" you always make sure you know before the session starts? 2. How do you make a dynamic combat encounter? 3. How should I speed up the pace of play? For that matter, should I even try to speed it u...